Oakland

Axle Repairs, Rebuilds and Modifications in Oakland

If you have been in an accident, no matter how minor, your axle may have been damaged. Our experts at Houston Rebuilt Axles (HRA) are here to help you in Oakland get your vehicle running again. Repairing or also rebuilding an axle is a cost-effective way to get up and running compared to replacing an axle. Our experts at HRA have 75 years of combined experience performing axle repairs and also modifying axles. At HRA we also carry axles and rear ends we have refurbished back to factory specifications. Our experts make use of the specialized tools for axle repairs and rebuilds. This includes our specialized lathe so we can refurbish the axles back to factory specifications. To do this we use our courier service to pick up axles from your home or mechanic in Oakland. We also use them to deliver the axles anywhere in the continental United States.

To make sure our rebuilds are of the highest quality we make use of the highest quality replacement parts. To facilitate this we use Timken bearings and also seals in our axle modifications, rebuilds and repairs. Timken is known for being the industry standard in the bearing industry and also for being used in the James Webb Telescope. Our axles rebuilds and repairs are covered by our warranty. As a result, you can trust us for providing the highest quality and long-lasting repairs to your axle. Need modifications to your axle such as narrowing an axle for hot rods? Contact us and let us know how we can help you!

We do differential remanufacturing, modifications and rebuilds

Damage to differentials will happen over time. Regular wear and tear and other sources are types of damage that will mean that rebuilding or remanufacturing your differential will be useful to you. These options are also often cheaper than replacing the differential itself. It also is an effective way to lengthen the life of your car. Remanufacturing and rebuilding a differential differ in some ways. Rebuilding the differential will focus on repairing as many parts as possible and then replacing parts as needed. Remanufacturing is then the process that will replace the worn-out or damaged parts after fully inspecting the differential. Our team at HRA is also able to modify differentials for any purpose you may need. For example, if you need to modify a differential so it works better while off-roading, we can help you. Contact us today!

How can you tell if your axle is damaged?

Damage to your vehicle could come from any source and how that damage will affect your axle or some other component can be hard to tell. If you aren’t sure what part has been impaired and if it is your axle we will go over some ways in this section. You could have driven over a pothole or gone over a large bump with a heavy load in the car. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, take your vehicle to a mechanic to prevent the damage from getting worse.

  • Noise – The noise from axle damage will often be generated from gears no longer meshing together properly. This causes the gears to grind or knock against each other while you drive. The axle just needs to get a dent or a bend for this to happen.
  • Vibrations – A strong vibration will be felt when driving your vehicle from the axle damage. The feeling can also feel more intense as you turn the steering wheel, also. 
  • Leaks – You may see fluids leaking from the axle. This is caused by a crack or a dent in an axle. This is a cause for concern because the axle may no longer be properly lubricated.

Can we deliver axles to and from Oakland?

Absolutely! Our delivery services are here to make shipping and receiving axles as hassle-free as possible. We can pick up your axle from your home or your mechanic anywhere in Oakland. We are also able to ship out axles that you have purchased from us or have gotten repaired anywhere in the continental United States. If you are looking for a mechanic in the Oakland area, the following shops are highly recommended on Yelp.

1) Glenview Automotive is a relatively new mechanic near Oakland, being established in 2019. The mechanic though has over 30 years of experience as a mechanic. The shop is able to service almost any make and model of vehicle. They also do oil changes, brakes, engine repair and more. Their shop opens from Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.

2) 1701 Auto Care has ASE-certified mechanics. The shop is owned by mechanics that have over 30 years of combined experience repairing vehicles. Services they are able to perform include air conditioning repairs, fluid replacements, engine repair, and transmission repair. They are open from Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Glenview Automotive, 1499 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94602

1701 Auto Care, 1701 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA 94501